Skip to main content
SCENIC BYWAY

Blue Mountain Scenic Highway, Columbia River to Heppner

45.6 miles: 0 hours, 53 minutes

This western segment of the Blue Mountain Scenic Highway follows SR 74 southeast from I-84 along the Columbia River through small towns nestled in dry, rugged foothills and ends at Heppner, Ore., the seat of rural Morrow County.

flickr/cclark395

Beginning at the broad Columbia River and its companion interstate (I-84), SR 74 marks the beginning of the Blue Mountain Scenic Highway, which veers through arid, scrubby hills toward the distant Blue Mountains. Narrow tracts of green along the roadside typically indicate irrigated alfalfa fields. Windmill farms are another common sight as are grain elevators.

THE VALUE OF TRIP CANVAS

Travel Like an Expert with AAA and Trip Canvas

Get Ideas from the Pros

As one of the largest travel agencies in North America, we have a wealth of recommendations to share! Browse our articles and videos for inspiration, or dive right in with preplanned AAA Road Trips, cruises and vacation tours.

Build and Research Your Options

Save and organize every aspect of your trip including cruises, hotels, activities, transportation and more. Book hotels confidently using our AAA Diamond Designations and verified reviews.

Book Everything in One Place

From cruises to day tours, buy all parts of your vacation in one transaction, or work with our nationwide network of AAA Travel Agents to secure the trip of your dreams!

BACK TO TOP